The Doll Cat

SUMMARY: Fiona would soon be nine years old and she knew exactly what she wanted for her birthday. Each time she passed by the toy store window, she dreamt of calling it her own. She had never seen a more beautiful doll. It had glossy, blue eyes and porcelain skin. The doll wore a floral patterned dress and a delicate pair of shoes. It was her dream doll. Or so she thought…

Author and illustrator, Shanthi Thiruppathi, was inspired by her cat, Chloe. As a cat owner, Shanthi knows every cat has their own personality but Chloe’s is particularly unique. Shanthi always finds herself saying, “You are such a doll,” in response to all the cute things Chloe does. Everyone who witnesses Chloe’s unique behavior compares her to a doll. This led Shanthi to realize that Chloe was storybook material. Peak into the creative process and meet the stars of the book here!